My father in law, John Best, passed away on September 19, 2003
at 10AM at his home in La Jolla, CA. As many of you may know,
John played with the great bands of Artie Shaw, Glenn Miller and
many others. His wife, MaryLou, passed away while on tour with
John in Tasmania, Australia about 5 years ago.
In addition to many notes, recordings, and memories, John's estate
includes Loren "Red" Nichols' cornet, Glenn Miller's golf clubs
(persimmons!), countless photos and letters from people like Miller,
Shaw, Billie Holiday, Satchamo, etc.
Think a kind thought and know that a lead trumpet has arrived in
heaven.